1968 DAF 44 vs. 1985 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1985 Honda Prelude is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 DAF 44 would be higher. At 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Honda Prelude weights approximately 220 kg more than 1968 DAF 44. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Honda Prelude (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 DAF 44 | 1985 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | DAF | Honda |
| Model | 44 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1829 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2570 mm |
